better meddle...

wi' the de'il than the bairns o' fa'kirk

A Brief History

Part Eight - Revival

Falkirk quickly established their position in the Scottish League First Division achieving mid-table safety for the first few seasons. Then in season 1985-86 promotion back to the top division was finally earned. A 2-2 draw versus fellow promotion candidates East Fife being enough to earn the point required to finish as runners-up to champions Hamilton Academical.

Against the odds, Falkirk survived their first excursion in the Scottish League Premier Division courtesy of a famous 2-1 win at Celtic on the penultimate day of the season. The following season saw improved performances and a higher points total but 10th position failed to stop Falkirk dropping a division came as league reconstruction saw three teams relegated from the top division for the first time in Scottish League History.